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Floresville council hires city manager

The city of Floresville has a new city manager, following a unanimous decision of council members present for a Sept. 5 special meeting.

Henrietta Turner, MBA, will join the city Tuesday, Oct. 1, according to councilmen John W. Guerrero and Jim Miller after the meeting. She takes the helm following the resignation last month of former City Manager Andy Joslin.

Turner’s city management experience dates from 1995 and includes stints as the village manager for Sauk Village, Ill., and as city manager for Country Club Hills, Ill.

Your Opinions and Comments

Give the girl a chance. She probably has more education -- and experience -- than all of her predecessors combined. Plus, she isn't related to anyone, so the citizens might get a fair shake for a change.

I would say you're wrong about a for-profit degree. I know several students that have failed out of these programs and these programs are held to the same accreditation standards as non-profit universities. I'm not standing... More ›

I would say you're wrong about a for-profit degree. I know several students that have failed out of these programs and these programs are held to the same accreditation standards as non-profit universities. I'm not standing up for the city manager but simply providing that there are valuable for-profit options out there for those seeking an advanced education that fits into a busy work-life. Even schools such as Harvard are offering online programs. The education model is changing and I don't see anything wrong with her degree program. The key is can she use the knowledge that she gained effectively in the position that she is now in for the city of Floresville? That is yet to be seen.

Graduate degree is from a "for profit" educational institution. IE...if you pay, you graduate. This is crazy. I guess everyone deserves a second chance but let's make sure council keeps close reigns on spending.

What is the status of this candidate now? Is she still going to be hired? Or will she still be hired with lots of restrictions? For example, no business or working lunches, personal trips out of town, no hotel/motel overnights,... More ›

What is the status of this candidate now? Is she still going to be hired? Or will she still be hired with lots of restrictions? For example, no business or working lunches, personal trips out of town, no hotel/motel overnights, etc. Remember, the city for now is insolvent. I hope she understands that.

She clearly has demonstrated a lack of integrity in the past. She was FIRED as a result of her actions in her capacity as a city manager. Does that mean she will do it again? No it doesn't. People do make mistakes and under... More ›

She clearly has demonstrated a lack of integrity in the past. She was FIRED as a result of her actions in her capacity as a city manager. Does that mean she will do it again? No it doesn't. People do make mistakes and under many circumstances they deserve a second chance. I saw this headline and then said, I wonder what is out on the world wide web on this person, positive or negative. These articles immediately popped up. I have nothing against her. I want the City Council to make a good choice. After the last regime, this is one of the most important hires the city is going to make. I just wanted to make sure this info is known just in case it wasn't.

Integrity is a very loosely used word on this blog. Do all of us that hide behind a handle name have integrity??
There are all different types of integrity. You can have intellectual integrity, personal integrity. Just because... More ›

Integrity is a very loosely used word on this blog. Do all of us that hide behind a handle name have integrity??
There are all different types of integrity. You can have intellectual integrity, personal integrity. Just because someone has done something wrong does not make them not have integrity. No one knows all the circumstances.
It's amazing how we all hide behind our computer screens to call out others, what does that say about our integrity? Lack of?

One thing I have found is just because people make mistakes, doesn't mean they cannot come back from them.
She seems qualified, she has the experience. I don't think Mr. Miller and Rodriguez would allow her to get away... More ›

One thing I have found is just because people make mistakes, doesn't mean they cannot come back from them.
She seems qualified, she has the experience. I don't think Mr. Miller and Rodriguez would allow her to get away with anything.
Let's give her a chance. She is well qualified. Maybe now she can get the rest of the city hall to be qualified and get a financial director that has the experience for the job or get rid of the position all together. Also the knowledge to understand that we do NOT need an assistant city secretary, we are small enough rural city for one city secretary (if she can't get the job done, find someone that can).
OUT WITH THE OLD and in with the new.
Welcome Ms. Turner!

And Airborne, they shouldn't have to keep a watch on her. Jeez.... Can't they just do a proper background and hire someone with integrity. Hiring someone with Turner's past history is ludicrous after having Joslin in office!!